In pictures: Britain’s most valuable race meeting - Royal Ascot 2017

Royal Ascot is Britain’s most valuable race meeting, attracting many of the world’s finest racehorses to compete for more than £6.58 million in prize money.

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William Buick riding Ribchester win The Queen Anne Stakes on day 1 of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse on June 20, 2017 in Ascot, England. (Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse)

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Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh make their way in the royal procession during day 1 of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse on June 20, 2017 in Ascot, England. (Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse)

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General view on day 1 of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse on June 20, 2017 in Ascot, England. (Getty Images for Longines)